People and Families

Discover more about aged care and childcare initiatives and services

Service Overview

We provide a diverse range of people and family related services to our communities, including aged care and childcare.

Council-run childcare facilities

2
Divisions make up the TSIRC footprint

15
Traditional island clusters in the Torres Strait

5

Our Work

Aged Care

We partner with government and community organisations to provide aged care support services for residents. Find out more here.

Childcare

We operate two childcare centres including early childhood and after school care services. Find out more here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Aged Care services does the Torres Strait Island Regional Council provide?
We partner with government and community organisations to deliver support services for elderly residents, ensuring they receive the care they need within their communities. Check out our Aged Care page for more details.

How many Childcare centres does the Council operate?
We run two childcare centres, offering early childhood care and after school care services for families in the region. Check out our Childcare page for more details.

How can I access Aged Care or Childcare services through the Council?
You can access these services by contacting the Council directly.

What age do the children need to be to access these services?

Young children aged up to 3-and-a-half years old at Aragun Child Care Centre on Badu Island.

School-aged children at the After School Care Centre on Hammond Island. Check out our Childcare page for more information.


What are the Childcare fees?
For a list of childcare fees, see our register of fees & charges.

Contact Us

All enquiries, please contact us:

Phone: 07 4034 5700

Email: info@tsirc.qld.gov.au

Postal Address: PO Box 7336 Cairns QLD 4870